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NAME Award encourages operational excellence
Chances are your organization could use some much-deserved recognition. You could probably also use some meaningful benchmarking data and other feedback on your strengths and weaknesses. » more
Chances are your organization could use some much-deserved recognition. You could probably also use some meaningful benchmarking data and other feedback on your strengths and weaknesses. » more
Software tracks and manages truck batteries
RMS-100 IBM-compatible system reduces changeout time, getting electric trucks back to work faster. The system tracks 5-200 battery chargers, informing the operator which are ready and where they are. » more
RMS-100 IBM-compatible system reduces changeout time, getting electric trucks back to work faster. The system tracks 5-200 battery chargers, informing the operator which are ready and where they are. » more
Plate heat exchangers
Descriptions, sizing, and dimensional information are presented for a series of plate and frame heat exchangers in a 10-p bulletin. The exchangers improve thermal efficiency allowing close... » more
Descriptions, sizing, and dimensional information are presented for a series of plate and frame heat exchangers in a 10-p bulletin. The exchangers improve thermal efficiency allowing close... » more
Occupancy sensor eliminates false signals
CX-100 occupancy sensor cuts energy waste from lighting up to 60%, while passive infrared technology provides accurate and reliable occupancy detection. » more
CX-100 occupancy sensor cuts energy waste from lighting up to 60%, while passive infrared technology provides accurate and reliable occupancy detection. » more
Enterprise-wide software challenges plant engineers to expand their influence
Until recently, mentioning the enterprise more than likely conjured up images of a well-known starship. In the last year or so, however, the term enterprise has come to be connected with an entirely... » more
Until recently, mentioning the enterprise more than likely conjured up images of a well-known starship. In the last year or so, however, the term enterprise has come to be connected with an entirely... » more
Rotary UPS
An 8-p brochure explains a line of UPS systems based upon rotational energy storage. Basic flywheel-enhanced ride-through MG sets to advanced dynamic systems with diesel backup are discussed and... » more
An 8-p brochure explains a line of UPS systems based upon rotational energy storage. Basic flywheel-enhanced ride-through MG sets to advanced dynamic systems with diesel backup are discussed and... » more
BRONZE WINNERS
ELECTRICAL POWER Extech Instruments Corp. CMM-15 multimeter ELECTRIC MOTORS, DRIVES, AND CONTROLS Horton Industrial Products, Inc. Air Champ FMBES motor brake LIGHTING Venture Lighting Intl. » more
ELECTRICAL POWER Extech Instruments Corp. CMM-15 multimeter ELECTRIC MOTORS, DRIVES, AND CONTROLS Horton Industrial Products, Inc. Air Champ FMBES motor brake LIGHTING Venture Lighting Intl. » more
Bird repeller won't disturb humans
QuadBlaster QB-4 repels birds using ultrasonic sound to eliminate the expense they cause and the mess they create. Speakers project powerful sound waves in an overlapping fan pattern for 360-deg... » more
QuadBlaster QB-4 repels birds using ultrasonic sound to eliminate the expense they cause and the mess they create. Speakers project powerful sound waves in an overlapping fan pattern for 360-deg... » more
Electric hoists
The NES electric hoist with a 50-min duty rating for single speed operation and capacity to 5 tons is introduced in a 4-p brochure. Technical specifications are provided. Harrington Hoists, Inc.... » more
The NES electric hoist with a 50-min duty rating for single speed operation and capacity to 5 tons is introduced in a 4-p brochure. Technical specifications are provided. Harrington Hoists, Inc.... » more
Enterprise MPAC
Enterprise MPAC is a scalable, client/server asset care solution that lets organizations implement best practices maintenance automation on an enterprise-wide basis. Indus International;... » more
Enterprise MPAC is a scalable, client/server asset care solution that lets organizations implement best practices maintenance automation on an enterprise-wide basis. Indus International;... » more
Software improves accuracy of energy analysis
BinMaker upgrades bin energy analysis by creating a wide range of accurate summaries of U.S. hourly weather data for 239 locations. Resulting electronic files can be exported to spreadsheets or other... » more
BinMaker upgrades bin energy analysis by creating a wide range of accurate summaries of U.S. hourly weather data for 239 locations. Resulting electronic files can be exported to spreadsheets or other... » more
Do you have an equitable personal leave policy?
Smith has been under the weather and requests a 3-mo personal leave without pay. Klein feels burned out and says he needs a leave to recharge his batteries. Jones wants a 6-mo leave to stay home with... » more
Smith has been under the weather and requests a 3-mo personal leave without pay. Klein feels burned out and says he needs a leave to recharge his batteries. Jones wants a 6-mo leave to stay home with... » more
Indicator fuses
An 8-p product bulletin summarizes data for a line of indicator-type fuses available in a variety of styles and sizes. Technical data include characteristic curves, motor protection tables, and a... » more
An 8-p product bulletin summarizes data for a line of indicator-type fuses available in a variety of styles and sizes. Technical data include characteristic curves, motor protection tables, and a... » more
Electrical test equipment
A 40-p catalog presents a full line of electrical test equipment. Included are testers for insulation, ground resistance, and high-pot; multimeters; and equipment for fault locating, and transformer... » more
A 40-p catalog presents a full line of electrical test equipment. Included are testers for insulation, ground resistance, and high-pot; multimeters; and equipment for fault locating, and transformer... » more
DTM coating
A 6-p foldout brochure describes a new direct-to-metal (DTM) water-based acrylic coating for temperatures as low as 35 F and humidity levels as high as 95%. » more
A 6-p foldout brochure describes a new direct-to-metal (DTM) water-based acrylic coating for temperatures as low as 35 F and humidity levels as high as 95%. » more
Safely get rid of dead lamps
Recycling service handles all fluorescent, HID, and mercury-containing lamps. The service provides shipping containers, labels, and assistance with necessary paperwork. » more
Recycling service handles all fluorescent, HID, and mercury-containing lamps. The service provides shipping containers, labels, and assistance with necessary paperwork. » more
Level indicator serves refrigeration systems
See-Level refrigerant liquid indicator provides true liquid levels in refrigeration systems. The reflex lens appears dark when liquid is present and clear when liquid is absent. Hansen Technologies... » more
See-Level refrigerant liquid indicator provides true liquid levels in refrigeration systems. The reflex lens appears dark when liquid is present and clear when liquid is absent. Hansen Technologies... » more
Gas detector allows one-hand operation
Defender multigas detector allows one-hand, one-button operation, with full status-at-a-glance, large LCD readouts, and LED alarm indicators. It also has automatic self-test and two alarm... » more
Defender multigas detector allows one-hand, one-button operation, with full status-at-a-glance, large LCD readouts, and LED alarm indicators. It also has automatic self-test and two alarm... » more
Motors and drives
A 128-p catalog summarizes a broad line of motion control products, including motors, drives, motor controls, servos, operator interfaces, and software. Detailed explanations and technical... » more
A 128-p catalog summarizes a broad line of motion control products, including motors, drives, motor controls, servos, operator interfaces, and software. Detailed explanations and technical... » more
PLANT ENGINEERING COST INDEX*
Change, % Current Month Year Facilities group index ago ago Clay construction products 144.7 0.6 1.6 Electric devices 147.5 0.4 2 Foundry and forge products 134.9 0 0.7 Glass 107.5 -0.8 -1.1 Gypsum... » more
Change, % Current Month Year Facilities group index ago ago Clay construction products 144.7 0.6 1.6 Electric devices 147.5 0.4 2 Foundry and forge products 134.9 0 0.7 Glass 107.5 -0.8 -1.1 Gypsum... » more
How to handle air
1998 Air Handling Systems Catalog helps those involved in HVAC, dust, fume, and pollution control, and many other industrial applications. » more
1998 Air Handling Systems Catalog helps those involved in HVAC, dust, fume, and pollution control, and many other industrial applications. » more
ProTeus Enterprise
ProTeus Enterprise is a complete CMMS that uses the latest in client/server networking technology. Internet enabled system integrates with other software and supports multiplant databases. Eagle... » more
ProTeus Enterprise is a complete CMMS that uses the latest in client/server networking technology. Internet enabled system integrates with other software and supports multiplant databases. Eagle... » more
Pipe inspections made easy with portable unit
BTX Quick-Look is an ideal solution when quick inspections are needed inside 1.5 to 24-in. diameter pipe. It is stored on an integrated slip-ring cable reel/camera control unit that is 12 in. in... » more
BTX Quick-Look is an ideal solution when quick inspections are needed inside 1.5 to 24-in. diameter pipe. It is stored on an integrated slip-ring cable reel/camera control unit that is 12 in. in... » more
SILVER WINNERS
ELECTRICAL POWER International Computer Power Dynamic Energy Storage System ELECTRIC MOTORS, DRIVES, AND CONTROLS Reliance Electric/Rockwell Automation IQ PreAlert intelligent motors LIGHTING Siemens... » more
ELECTRICAL POWER International Computer Power Dynamic Energy Storage System ELECTRIC MOTORS, DRIVES, AND CONTROLS Reliance Electric/Rockwell Automation IQ PreAlert intelligent motors LIGHTING Siemens... » more
Adhesive handles high temperatures
Thermeez 7030 high expansion adhesive bonds and protects steel, stainless, and aluminum up to 1800 F. » more
Thermeez 7030 high expansion adhesive bonds and protects steel, stainless, and aluminum up to 1800 F. » more
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